Love learning about other countries? Got an extra bedroom? And a big heart? Ever had an interest in hosting an exchange student for a few months? Our club has the opportunity to receive a Rotary exchange student for next school year (2023-24) and we’ve already identified one host family…BUT we need one to two additional households to split up the year. Students stay with each family for three months so they can experience different customs, family traditions and perhaps even travel.
The commitment is simply to provide a safe, loving space, meals and moral support as the student navigates school, friends and youth opportunities in America. The students have their own spending money and a monthly stipend. We’ve already identified one host family from DeWitt, so we need other households in that school district or someone willing to drive the student to school each day. You can be single or a couple, with or without children, and will need to undergo a background check and a home visit. If you are interested, please contact Michelle Lantz from our club at michelle@glfoodbank.org. My family hosted a Rotary exchange student seven years ago and remain close with him and his family, so I can provide insight into the experience.